TOP STORIES
Judge quashes planning permission for 350 homes at St Bridget Nurseries in Old Rydon Lane
High Court judgement finds city council did not properly discharge duties or take material considerations into account, council officer seriously misled planning committee and county council failed in statutory local highway authority role. Full story here.
Heavitree Road police station & magistrates court redevelopment appeal dismissed
Devon & Cornwall Police and Crime Commissioner and offshore development partner sent back to drawing board after attempt to overturn city council decision to refuse two huge student/co-living blocks fails. Full story here.
Council plans huge allotment fees increases to claw back cash from 1,500 city gardeners and growers
Plot holders provided with incomplete picture as consultation held which does not comply with council’s own charter and delayed scrutiny report that omits key survey findings suggests council aims to turn profit from allotment provision. Full story here.
ON OUR RADAR
What If …? // Emmanuel Hall
A festival of children’s stories hosted by Theatre Alibi featuring performances and interactive workshops. Wednesday 31 January to Saturday 17 February. More details here.
Two Short Nights // Exeter Phoenix
A short film festival showcasing local, national and international talent with a panel discussion, awards ceremony and more. Thursday 8 and Friday 9 February. More details here.
George Oliver, forgotten Exeter humanitarian // St Nicholas Priory
A fundraising talk about the priest, historian and author who lived in the priory in the 19th century. Tuesday 13 February. More details here.
Isca Ensemble chamber orchestral concert // St David’s Church
An evening of Hadyn, Bach and Mozart with violin, viola and oboe soloists. Saturday 24 February. More details here.
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